{"id":2467,"date":"2021-04-03T00:07:26","date_gmt":"2021-04-03T00:07:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/psychotherapyandcounselingservices.com\/?page_id=2467"},"modified":"2021-11-01T20:23:10","modified_gmt":"2021-11-01T20:23:10","slug":"substance-abuse-counseling","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/psychotherapyandcounselingservices.com\/en\/substance-abuse-counseling\/","title":{"rendered":"Substance Abuse Counseling"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Does Substance Use Seem Like The Only Escape From Your Troubles?<\/h2>

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When you\u2019re dealing with addiction, one of the hardest parts is knowing where to turn for help. Depending on your income level, insurance, and other factors, there may be limited options for substance abuse treatment. What\u2019s more, most rehab places are full and many outpatient providers have lengthy intake processes with almost no availability. As a result, you may find yourself feeling isolated and alone in the midst of your addiction. Your hobbies, relationships, and work performance may deteriorate, as your habit gets in the way of other obligations.<\/p>

Breaking an addiction is incredibly hard, and it isn\u2019t always possible alone. Thankfully, with SMPsychotherapy & Counseling, we provide a warm, nurturing atmosphere to work through your struggles. Our goal is to help you reduce your substance use and achieve a legacy of empowerment and transformation.<\/p>

Drug And Alcohol Addiction Take A Huge Toll On Millions Of People<\/h3>

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In our area of Connecticut, we are familiar with many of the reasons people here turn to substance use. Oftentimes, users are stuck in an intergenerational cycle\u2014their siblings, parents, and even grandparents used, so the habit is all they\u2019ve ever known. What\u2019s more, we as a society are dealing with racial injustices which heavily impact the mental health of individuals and communities across the country. Systemic oppression and a lack of access to healthcare prevent many people from getting the support they need. As a result, substance use seems like their only consolation.<\/p>

Additionally, there is a negative stigma surrounding users in our society. Some people are shunned by their families for being honest about their substance use. And in a highly individualistic culture like ours, many people do not believe in seeking help for mental health issues. Men, especially, are encouraged to \u201csuck it up\u201d and not show any sign of weakness or emotional vulnerability.<\/p>

Nonetheless, addiction is often a deeply isolating and lonely struggle. When you\u2019re in the thick of your habit, you may find yourself ignoring basic obligations and letting relationships deteriorate. Substance abuse counseling is a time to learn new coping skill and keep your addiction from consuming your life. It\u2019s a chance to envision a bolder, brighter future for yourself.<\/p>

Substance Abuse Counseling Can Help You Envision A Brighter Future For Yourself<\/h3>

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What\u2019s more, we\u2019ll never push you to open up about past trauma and personal issues that you don\u2019t want to share right away. We want the healing process to happen on your terms and at your pace. Our first priority is establishing a rapport of safety and trust before delving into the deeper questions.<\/p>

On our journey with you, we want to help you understand the underlying issues fueling your substance use. For instance, unresolved anxiety, depression, trauma or abuse may have created a void in your life that drugs or alcohol seemed to fill. Our goal is to help you fill that void without the need for substance use. That\u2019s why a huge focus of ours is helping you develop new coping skills for managing stressors and overcoming addiction. We want you to be able to regulate your emotions and find satisfaction in healthier, more life-affirming ways.<\/p>

While our approach to the healing process varies from client to client, one of our main counseling philosophies is called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). The goal of CBT is to help you recognize how your thought processes affect your substance use. CBT can help you increase your self-awareness by understanding how your thoughts affect your emotions and actions. This will enable you to correct any harmful thinking patterns that led to your addiction.<\/p>

No matter how bleak things look at the moment, we encourage you to be kind to yourself. It\u2019s easy to be your biggest critic, but it\u2019s important to remember: you don\u2019t have to overcome your addiction overnight. By learning healthier coping skills and making small changes to the way you think, you can gradually reduce your substance use and find relief. What\u2019s more, we want to help you envision a better future for yourself. With our help, we believe you can overcome your addiction and craft a legacy of recovery, renewal, and fulfillment.<\/p>

You may have some concerns about drug and alcohol addiction treatment\u2026<\/h3>

What if I can\u2019t afford the cost of therapy or don\u2019t have transportation?<\/span><\/h5>

If you\u2019re worried about finances, I can offer a sliding scale or work with you to come up with your own payment plan. As far as transportation is concerned, substance abuse therapy appointments can be done online or over the phone. This way, you don\u2019t have to worry about issues of accessibility.<\/p>

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